USPOULTRY Foundation Student Outreach

07/15/2026

TRUE or FALSE?

The best predictor of broiler breeder fertility is an individual bird's reproductive traits.
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False.

New research from Auburn University found that flock management and social dynamics had a greater influence on reproductive success than traditional measures of individual reproductive capacity.

Key findings:
✔ Smaller groups produced more eggs
✔ Larger groups achieved higher fertility
✔ Male spiking improved reproductive outcomes
✔ Flock dynamics played a major role in fertility and hatchability

Sometimes it's not about the individual bird—it's about how the flock works together.

📖 Read the full study: Link in comments!

07/14/2026

🐔 What if a simple smartphone photo could help detect Salmonella in poultry?

That's exactly what a research team led by Dr. Guoming Li, UGA Department of Poultry Science set out to explore. Using AI and computer vision, the team developed a system that can analyze photos of poultry droppings to predict the presence of Salmonella. They also discovered that changes in how birds move throughout the day may be an early warning sign of infection.

These findings could give poultry producers faster, more affordable ways to monitor flock health, improve biosecurity, and respond before problems grow.

Technology is helping make poultry farming smarter and safer! 📱🤖

Search our website, link in comments or DM us to read the full abstract.

06/17/2026

Outreach in action! Today, USPOULTRY hosted Dr. Ike Kang and students from California Polytechnic State University at our office. Students learned more about USPOULTRY, its programs, and the exciting opportunities available in the industry.

06/17/2026

🔬 USPOULTRY and the USPOULTRY Foundation are now accepting nominations for the Dr. Charles Beard Research Excellence Award! Nominations due July 1.

This prestigious award honors outstanding completed research projects funded by USPOULTRY or the Foundation that have had a transformative impact on the poultry industry. Nominations are open to universities, research institutions and individuals within the poultry research community, including USPOULTRY members, staff and sponsored committee members. Self-nominations are also accepted.

Nominations should primarily highlight projects completed within the past five years; older projects may be considered if their significant impact has only recently become evident.

To nominate: Send an email to Dr. Denise Heard, VP of Research, with the nominee’s name, brief description of accomplishments, and summary of industry impact.

The winner receives round-trip travel + 2 nights lodging to attend , a $1,500 cash prize, presentation at the USPOULTRY Chair’s Reception, and recognition at the International Poultry Scientific Forum.

06/12/2026

🎥Take a closer look at the USPOULTRY Foundation!

The foundation works to:
▪️Recruit and train the brightest students
▪️Fund critical scientific research
▪️Foster the next generation of poultry leaders

Check out our YouTube page to see how the USPOULTRY Foundation is making a difference: https://loom.ly/f9VKk5A

06/10/2026

Hey, colleges and universities! The USPOULTRY Foundation is offering grants up to $7,000 to support student recruitment for careers in the poultry and egg industry.

No Poultry Science Department? No problem! If your school links students to this booming field, you're in the running! Plus, if you've got a poultry science minor, you might snag some extra moolah.

⏳ Deadline alert: August 15.
Jump on this opportunity and hatch the next generation of poultry and egg pros!

🔗 Application: https://loom.ly/N3L74KA

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day 🌎

From farm to processing, the poultry and egg industry is continuously improving how we care for our resources — using less, conserving more and innovating for the future.

At USPOULTRY, we’re proud to support research and initiatives that help move sustainability forward — today and every day.

04/15/2026

Better data. Smarter decisions. Stronger food safety. Because when research leads the way, the entire industry moves forward.

Check out USPOULTRY's new tool - the Evidence Gap Map - available on the USPOULTRY website in the comment below.

04/14/2026

3️⃣ Ways Our Newly Published Research Helps to Support the Poultry and Egg Industry

➡️ Strengthen Biosecurity Protocols
➡️ Optimize Vaccination Strategies
➡️ Enhance Monitoring & Early Detection

Read the full abstract (link in comments) on how this new research sheds light on egg drop syndrome transmission and vaccination response

04/05/2026